Synthetic monofilament (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic monofilament (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.1 million in 2024 (658 tonnes). Value fell 71% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 658 t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 499 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 622 t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 529 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 235 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 914 t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports synthetic monofilament (other) to
Japan alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.1M | 100% |
| Seychelles | $3K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Cyprus | $0K | 0% |
| Serbia | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.78 per kg, 44% below the world average of $8.53, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic monofilament (other) imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported synthetic monofilament (other) worth $2.2 million (247 tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (38%), Germany (27%), Japan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $818K | 38% |
| Germany | $578K | 27% |
| Japan | $275K | 13% |
| Brazil | $144K | 6.6% |
| South Korea | $127K | 5.8% |
| China | $103K | 4.7% |
| Indonesia | $56K | 2.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $48K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic monofilament (other) exports (HS 5404.19): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5404.19: Monofilament n.e.c. in heading no 5404: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic monofilament (other) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported synthetic monofilament (other) worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 658 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 71% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic monofilament (other) from the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the Seychelles (0%) and Angola (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.78 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $8.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of synthetic monofilament (other) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 50%. The peak was 2021 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import synthetic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Germany and Japan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $972 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for synthetic monofilament (other) is subheading 5404.19. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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